Rockville, MD, September 3, 2009/PRNewswire/ --  Aronson & Company (A&C), a nationally ranked top 50 accounting and consulting firm, received The Gazette of Politics and Business’  Exceptional 53 Business Award for the second year running. The awards program acknowledges the top 53 businesses and organizations in Maryland based on criteria that included the recipient company’s annual revenue and employee growth as well as noteworthy product or service innovations, community service efforts and how the companies portrayed themselves as “good places to work.”

“We feel honored to be recognized by the Gazette again this year, particularly during a time that has been so challenging for all the businesses in our community,” commented Lisa J. Cines, Aronson & Company Managing Officer.  “That being said, I think it is a testament to the strength and stability of the region that companies like ours are able to persevere, innovate and succeed year after year.”

The official rankings will be announced at the 2nd Annual P&B 53 Winners Banquet dinner to be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 at the Doubletree Hotel in Bethesda.   At this prestigious event, they will be counting down the list from 53 to 1.  At the event, they will be distributing copies of the commemorative publication highlighting the list.  This special publication will also be inserted in 20,000 copies of the September 25th edition of The Gazette of Politics and Business.   

About Aronson & Company

As the Mid-Atlantic region’s premier accounting and consulting firm, Aronson & Company has built a tradition of excellence spanning nearly 50 years. Hundreds of dedicated business experts provide innovative solutions designed specifically for each client. A&C specializes in comprehensive audit, tax and consulting services for clients ranging from individual taxpayers up through publicly traded companies poised for continued success.

A&C’s professionals stay ahead of trends to meet and exceed expectations through their unique combination of personal service and innovative expertise. Dedicated to providing a complete financial solution, A&C is more than just a typical accounting firm – we are a trusted advisor to our clients.  In 2008 and 2007, A&C was named one of the Metro area's Best Places to Work by the Washington Business Journal.